I was skimming through Architectural Digest on the train yesterday when I came across this gem that I knew I needed to share. These are photos from Timothy Oulton's recent renovation of the Blue Room at the LA Athletic Club. It's gorgeous and moody and blue, so you know I'm into it. I'm also trying to picture a hidden staircase leading to this swanky room at my local Y and coming up a bit short. Apparently Clark Gable and Spencer Tracy had better taste in athletic clubs than I do.

This is the inspiration for our sitting room! The pictures above wrap my head around the vision. It is great to see leather club chairs situated so fabulously in the deep dark blue room. I was skeptical because Dave is afraid of losing light in that room and making it too dark. To hell with fear, I know deep down he'd prefer a British club room where men drink scotch and smoke cigars....

I mean, I am obviously biased here, but I think some rooms are better dark. Dark doesn't have to be oppressive, when it's done right it's cozy and moody. I spent my downtime this weekend drinking coffee and reading in our dark green library and it was just right.

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